"The rankings - based on dog license records maintained by Boston's Animal Care and Control Division - found Luna to be the most popular dog name in Boston, appearing on 137 licenses. Charlie ranked second with 118, followed by Bella with 94."
"City officials shared the rankings alongside a reminder that Boston dogs over six months old must be licensed each year, and the deadline to register them is March 31. The city says licensing helps identify pets and return them to their owners if they get lost."
"Owners must provide proof of a current rabies vaccination, and documentation showing whether the dog has been spayed or neutered. The city says owners who fail to license their dogs may face a $50 fine."
Boston's 2025 dog registration data reveals naming and breed trends across the city. Luna tops the name rankings with 137 licenses, followed by Charlie with 118 and Bella with 94. Labrador retrievers dominate breed registrations with 1,961 licenses, significantly ahead of golden retrievers with 970. Other popular breeds include miniature poodles, chihuahuas, and German shepherds. The city requires all dogs over six months old to be licensed annually by March 31. Licensing costs $15 for spayed or neutered dogs and $30 for unaltered dogs, with fees waived for service animals and residents age 70 or older. Owners must provide proof of current rabies vaccination and spay/neuter documentation. Unlicensed dogs may result in $50 fines.
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